South Dakota Minimum Wage 2026: $11.85/hr
Last updated: June 2026 — Source: South Dakota Department of Labor
South Dakota has its own minimum wage law. The state rate of $11.85/hr applies to most covered employees.
Minimum Wage
$11.85
per hour
Tipped Wage
$5.93
per hour (cash wage)
Effective Date
2026-01-01
South Dakota Overtime Rules
Weekly overtime threshold 40 hours
State overtime law Federal FLSA only
South Dakota has no state overtime law. Federal FLSA rules apply.
Additional Information
South Dakota adjusts annually for CPI. Tipped minimum cash wage is 50% of minimum ($5.93/hr).
Official source: South Dakota Department of Labor · Overtime: state labor standards